Forfeiture of patrimonial benefits is legislated by Section 9(1) of the Divorce Act 70 of 1979 (herein after “the Act”). Section 9(1) of the Act states: “(1) When a decree of divorce is granted on the ground of the irretrievable break-down of marriage the court may...

A Rule 43 Application in the High Court provides for urgent interim relief. Contested divorce proceedings are not only an emotional time, but can also take years to be finalised. A Rule 58 Application applies to similar cases in the Regional Court. In many instances...

In my divorce practice I am often confronted with scenarios where either, or both, parties to a marriage in community of property feel aggrieved as a result of transactions entered into by their spouse on behalf of the joint estate during the course of the marriage....

An uncontested divorce is always preferable, but it is not always possible. In the event that an uncontested divorce is not possible, your attorney will assist you in preparing a contested divorce. ...

Much like other traumatic events, a divorce is often unexpected, unpleasant and, most disturbingly, something for which few people make preparations. Although divorce is hardly a pleasant topic (for most people, at least), there are a few mistakes which, if...

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